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Baked Blueberry Cake Donuts

Baked Blueberry Cake Donuts for a Cozy Morning Treat

Deliciously fluffy baked blueberry cake donuts with a vanilla glaze, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Optional, cinnamon can substitute
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Coat in flour to prevent sinking
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 3/4 cup Granulated White Sugar Sweetens and affects texture
  • 2 large Large Eggs Room temperature for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla if possible
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Room temperature for fluffiness
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Blueberry Jam Adds flavor and color
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the donut pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom in a bowl. Set aside.
  3. Toss blueberries with a tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
  5. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in coated blueberries.
  6. Fill each donut pan well about three-quarters full and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 11-12 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, jam, and milk for the glaze, adjusting for consistency.
  9. Dip the tops of cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set on a wire rack for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 2 months.

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